Cybersecurity Engineer
US$135,000 – US$180,000 / yr base salary
Posted 20 Apr 2026
Advertised as “Cybersecurity Engineer III”
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- Level
- III
- Expected experience
- 5–7 yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$135,000 – US$180,000 / yr |
|---|
CertificationsSecurity+, CEH, CISSP
Field of studyComputer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Saalex Corporation is seeking multiple Cybersecurity Engineer III in Tidewater, VA and San Diego, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex Solutions is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. Saalex offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.
Position Type: Contingent on Contract Award.
Salary: $135k-$180k (depending on experience)
The Cybersecurity Engineer III supports the Navy by designing, implementing, and securing enterprise IT and network systems in support of global Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) environments. This role focuses on cybersecurity engineering, system hardening, and integration of secure architectures.
Essential Functions:
- Design and implement secure system architectures across enterprise IT and network environments.
- Lead cybersecurity engineering efforts including system hardening, secure configuration, and risk mitigation.
- Integrate security controls in accordance with RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
- Conduct advanced vulnerability analysis, threat modeling, and remediation planning.
- Support system accreditation activities and provide technical leadership for ATO processes.
- Mentor junior engineers and guide secure engineering best practices.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
Requirements
Required:
- 5–7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, IT security, or related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience with system security principles, network security, or secure configurations.
- Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
- Required certifications aligned to DoD 8140 (e.g., Security+, CEH, CISSP based on level).
Desired:
- Experience supporting DoD or Navy programs.
- Familiarity with enterprise tools such as ACAS, HBSS, or SIEM platforms.